Senior EHS Program Lead - Hazardous Waste & Process Safety

Lever, Inc.; Brighton (CO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Zero Carbon Systems in Brighton, CO, seeks an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Program Manager to lead the company’s EHS program, own the hazardous waste program end-to-end, and manage process safety in the laboratory and R&D environment.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in chemical operations and a proven record of implementing EHS best practices across diverse settings. This full-time, on-site role reports to the Director of Site Engineering.

Qualifications

• Strong background in chemical operations and proven record of implementing EHS best practices across a range of environments.
• Experience leading EHS programs and safety documentation.
• Experience with hazardous waste, process safety, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the EHS program strategy, standards, and cross-site compliance.
• Develop and maintain EHS policies, procedures, and training.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and corrective actions across facilities.
• Coordinate with regulators and industry groups on permits and reports.
• Own hazardous waste program including shipping, manifests, and records.
• Lead HAZID/HAZOP/PHA/JHA and manage safety documentation.
• Oversee contractor safety and onboarding for on-site work.
• Identify health hazards and implement exposure controls and monitoring.
• Investigate incidents and develop prevention strategies.

Skills

EHS program leadership

PSMS experience

Startup/early-stage experience

Carbon capture / DAC familiarity

VOC and air emissions regulation

Job description

Zero Carbon Systems in Brighton, CO, seeks an experienced Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Program Manager to lead the company’s EHS program, own the hazardous waste program end-to-end, and manage process safety in the laboratory and R&D environment.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in chemical operations and a proven record of implementing EHS best practices across diverse settings. This full-time, on-site role reports to the Director of Site Engineering.